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White · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LM54 NCVMOT history

LM54 NCV is a white petrol MINI first used on 7 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

LM54 NCV white MINI Hatch – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
103,687 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 NCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 NCV was last recorded at 103,687 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jul 2015: 46,855 miles, lower than 46,857 miles on 15 Jul 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
103,686 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,687 miles
  • 2025 – 92,128 miles
  • 2024 – 82,152 miles
  • 2023 – 75,040 miles
  • 2022 – 70,576 miles
  • 2021 – 66,645 miles
  • 2019 – 61,286 miles
  • 2018 – 57,056 miles
  • 2017 – 53,110 miles
  • 2016 – 49,747 miles
  • 2015 – 46,855 miles
  • 2014 – 44,375 miles
  • 2013 – 41,713 miles
  • 2012 – 31,059 miles
  • 2011 – 26,220 miles
  • 2010 – 20,848 miles
  • 2009 – 17,760 miles
  • 2008 – 12,227 miles
  • 2007 – 3,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,687 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,687 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,687 miles
    Test number
    960479794540
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,686 miles (+11,558)1 dangerous3 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,686 miles
    Test number
    702948475044
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass92,128 miles (+9,976)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    92,128 miles
    Test number
    597680751059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass82,152 miles (+7,112)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    82,152 miles
    Test number
    636641354873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass75,040 miles (+4,464)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    75,040 miles
    Test number
    212150457034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,576 miles (+3,931)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    70,576 miles
    Test number
    933726858038
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass66,645 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    66,645 miles
    Test number
    535042055447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail66,643 miles (+205)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,643 miles
    Test number
    692929562082
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass66,438 miles (+5,152)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    66,438 miles
    Test number
    248755799837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,286 miles (+4,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,286 miles
    Test number
    515054450889
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass57,056 miles (+3,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,056 miles
    Test number
    591823810975
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass53,110 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,110 miles
    Test number
    569777010381
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear both trailing arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  13. Fail53,110 miles (+3,363)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,110 miles
    Test number
    679121897958
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear both trailing arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  14. Pass49,747 miles (+2,892)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,747 miles
    Test number
    448428752479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass46,855 miles (-2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,855 miles
    Test number
    256574305289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,857 miles (+2,482)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,857 miles
    Test number
    997246295131
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass44,375 miles (+2,662)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,375 miles
    Test number
    446903394130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass41,713 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    41,713 miles
    Test number
    109358603225
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRearbrake discs are corroded
    • NoteWashers need ajusting

  19. Fail41,713 miles (+10,654)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,713 miles
    Test number
    145988703289
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre is BADLY worn on inner & outer edges
    • NoteRearbrake discs are corroded
    • NoteWashers need ajusting

  20. Pass31,059 miles (+4,839)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    31,059 miles
    Test number
    646513202201
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/r & n/s/r tyres are cracking

  21. Pass26,220 miles (+5,372)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,220 miles
    Test number
    385140001291
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChips in screen
    • NoteNearside and offside front lower arm rear bushes have movement

  22. Pass20,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    20,848 miles
    Test number
    460180390102
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  23. Fail20,848 miles (+3,088)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,848 miles
    Test number
    650780490186
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  24. Pass17,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,760 miles
    Test number
    222957839373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail17,760 miles (+1,685)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,760 miles
    Test number
    693687339376
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass16,075 miles (+3,848)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    16,075 miles
    Test number
    453018819296
    • NoteN/S/R seat has a child seat fitted
    • NoteN/s/f & O/s/f tyrs are worn on edges.

  27. Pass12,227 miles (+8,977)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    12,227 miles
    Test number
    521781428215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass3,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    3,250 miles
    Test number
    993253147030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 NCV

Does LM54 NCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 NCV is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 NCV?
The MOT on LM54 NCV is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 NCV done?
LM54 NCV was recorded at 103,687 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 5,238 miles a year.
Has LM54 NCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 NCV has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 NCV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 NCV find?
LM54 NCV passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 8 more.

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